Price Guide to Antiques & Collectables
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Money boxes / money safes, by J & E Stevens Co., Connecticut USA, circa 1900

Money boxes, money safes, and mechanical banks have a long history, dating back to ancient times. Here is a brief overview of their evolution. The concept of money boxes can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome, where they were used to store coins and other small valuables. In the Middle Ages, money boxes became more common, often taking the form of ceramic or wooden vessels with a slot or hole for inserting coins. In the 18th and 19th centuries, metal money boxes became popular, often shaped like animals or other whimsical objects.

Mechanical banks, which are designed to accept coins and then perform some sort of action, were first introduced in the 19th century. Some of the earliest examples were simple boxes with a lever that would trigger a mechanism to move a figure or object. As technology advanced, mechanical banks became more elaborate, featuring intricate designs and more... moving parts. They were often designed to appeal to children, and many featured popular characters from literature or pop culture. less...

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A vintage cast-iron 'Artillery Bank' money box, the original…
Vintage Artillery Bank Money Box by Shepard Hardware Company

A vintage cast-iron 'Artillery Bank' money box, the original produced c1900 by the Shepard hardware Company, buffalo by J. & E. Stevens and Co. This probably a later copy. 7.87 in. x 5.71 in.

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An 1897 US cast iron mechanical bank 'I Always Did 'Spise a…
1897 US Cast Iron Mechanical Bank: 'Spise a Mule'

An 1897 US cast iron mechanical bank 'I Always Did 'Spise a Mule', by J. & E. Stevens Co. And stamped 'Pat'd April 27, 1897'. Original paint, some losses, length 10.24 in.

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'Pat. Mar. 14, '82', American painted cast iron novelty money…
Antique American Cast Iron Money Bank

'Pat. Mar. 14, '82', American painted cast iron novelty money bank, 'Manufactured by, the J&E Stevens Co, Cromwell, Conn, U.S.A' cast into the base, late 19th century, 6.69 in. high,

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An artillery bank mechanical money box, by J. & E. Stevens and…
Artillery Bank Mechanical Money Box

An artillery bank mechanical money box, by J. & E. Stevens and Co, 1892, cast iron, 5.91 in. high, 7.48 in. wide, 3.54 in. deep. Reference: bill Norman, the bank book: the Encyclopaedia of mechanical bank collecting, accent Studios, 1984, p. 77, fig.…

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Money box original cast iron, Uncle Tom's Cabin' by Stevens USA,…
Stevens USA Cast Iron Uncle Tom's Cabin Money Box

Money box original cast iron, Uncle Tom's Cabin' by Stevens USA, circa 1885

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William Tell mechanical bank cast iron money box, 17 cm high
William Tell Mechanical Bank Money Box

William Tell mechanical bank cast iron money box, 6.69 in. high

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A vintage cast iron money bank, in the form of William Tell…
Antique William Tell Cast Iron Money Bank

A vintage cast iron money bank, in the form of William Tell shooting the apple, by J & E Stevens, USA 1896 Patent, length 10.63 in.

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An American colonial 'Dinah' mechanical cast iron money box,…
Antique American Mechanical Money Box - Dinah, 1869

An American colonial 'Dinah' mechanical cast iron money box, working order. J.E. Stevens Pat. 1869, height 7.09 in.

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An American 'Jolly Nigger Bank' painted cast iron money box by…
Jolly Nigger Bank Money Box

An American 'Jolly Nigger Bank' painted cast iron money box by J. & E. Stevens Co. Cromwell Conn. U.S.A. 7.09 in. high

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An American 1833 J. & E. Steven's Co. 'Eagle & Eaglets' cast…
1833 Cast Iron Mechanical Money Bank with Eagle & Eaglets

An American 1833 J. & E. Steven's Co. 'Eagle & Eaglets' cast iron mechanical money bank, in original paint, the snake handle operates the mechanism tipping the mother bird forward and releasing the coin as the original internal bellows create a chirping so

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A 1870's J & E Stevens Co. American trick money box, I always…
Antique Trick Money Box with Mule and Twist Trap

A 1870's J & E Stevens Co. American trick money box, I always did 'Spise a Mule', scarce yellow base with original twist trap. Mechanism does require some attention. Length 9.84 in.

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A rare Us. c.1880 mechanical 'Bull Dog Bank' money bank, by J &…
Mechanical Bulldog Money Bank, 1880s

A rare Us. c.1880 mechanical 'Bull Dog Bank' money bank, by J & E Stevens Co., with original paint. Missing glass eyes and coin trap, but in working order. Height 7.48 in.

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Vintage iron money box, in shape of safe. Marked to base 'The J.…
Vintage Iron Safe Money Box

Vintage iron money box, in shape of safe. Marked to base 'The J. & E. Stevens Co, Cromwell. Conn.USA.' Height 3.94 in.

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A cast iron money Bank, 'J.E. Stevens Pat.455 1896'. Height 18.…
Antique Cast Iron Money Bank, 1896 Patent

A cast iron money Bank, 'J.E. Stevens Pat.455 1896'. Height 7.28 in.

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A vintage Australian aluminium and steel William Tell money…
William Tell Coin Bank

A vintage Australian aluminium and steel William Tell money bank, the aluminium archer with bow shoots a coin knocking an apple from the young aluminium child's head, all painted in gold, the coin deposits in the tin tower, all on a steel base with most re

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Four various cast iron banks. Stevens Treasure Safe; City Bank;…
Collection of 4 Cast Iron Banks

Four various cast iron banks. Stevens Treasure Safe; City Bank; U.S.mail box; and domed bank. Height 5.12 in. (Safe)

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Stevens Acrobat cast iron bank. Good paint for age; foot catch…
Stevens Acrobat Cast Iron Bank - 13 cm Height

Stevens Acrobat cast iron bank. Good paint for age; foot catch broken. Height 5.12 in.

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